Maya shares with her mother a summary of her conversation with Mrs. Thompson, and expresses her desire to spend more time with her to better understand what is happening. At home, Maya experiences another panic attack while doing homework, and goes outside near the tree in her front yard. Maya's mother prays for her daughter's healing, and they have a quiet dinner together before Maya finishes her homework. Maya's thoughts turn to her absent father, but her mother interrupts and offers to take her to the store.
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Maya stays after school to talk with Mrs. Thompson, who shares her own experience with anxiety and panic attacks. Mrs. Thompson explains that panic attacks can be caused by stress, anxiety, depression, or traumatic events. Maya is touched by Mrs. Thompson's empathy and asks to continue their conversation the next day. Mrs. Thompson reassures Maya that many people have overcome similar struggles and that she, too, will find her way through this journey.
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